Create storage

Overview

Storage is used to store data from the app to the device’s storage, for instance so the app can access the data again.

Create Storage Item

Key

The state must have a unique identifier, which is used internally by the app.

Type

Select the appropriate data type to be stored.

Text

An alphanumerical string.

Timestamp

Date and time.

Number

A numerical value.

URL

An address to a web source.

Image

An image file.

File

A file.

Boolean

A true or false statement.

Location

Geographic location on a map.

JSON

Data in JSON format.

List

The contents of a list.

Label

Give the state a name. The label is visible, for instance, when configuring patches.

Default Value

Some data types have the option to enter a default value, file or image.

  • Check the box Empty Value if no default value is needed.

  • Click Create when finished.